Gov. Arnold I. Palacios recently signed a proclamation recognizing Catholic Schools Week in the CNMI during a proclamation signing event held last week at the Mount Carmel Cathedral. The national theme for the 2024 Catholic Schools Week is “Catholic …
The life and contributions of Manuel “Kiyu” S. Villagomez were recently commemorated in a centennial commemorative event held at the Joeten Kiyu Public Library. Mr. Villagomez was an astute businessman whose contributions to the community continue to …
CNMI Governor Arnold I. Palacios, together with Commonwealth Ports Authority Board Chairperson Jose “Joe” Ayuyu, recently met with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) to discuss a range of issues including port enhancement projects and infrastructure development …
Congratulations to Mr. Jose B. Palacios on being sworn into the CNMI Cannabis Commission (CCC) board of directors! Governor Palacios and Lt. Governor Apatang both trust that Mr. Palacios will continue to positively impact the CCC. The post <Strong> …
Congratulations to Mr. Frank Lee San Nicolas Borja on his appointment to the Commonwealth Economic Development Authority! The post <Strong>Frank Lee San Nicolas Borja to Serve on Commonwealth Economic Development Authority Board</Strong> …
CNMI Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang recently greeted Captain Francesco Saverio Veniero of the MSC Belissima, a Meraviglia-class cruise ship from the renowned Swiss global cruise line, MSC Cruises. The ship made a port visit …
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of a true pioneer and Marianas daughter, Felicidad “Daling” Ogumoro, who dedicated her life to public service and whose positive, indelible impact in the CNMI continues to resonate today. …
The CNMI Department of Community and Cultural Affairs (DCCA) – Nutrition Assistance Program (NAP) announced that it was postponing a benefit-level reduction that was earlier publicized and which would have been implemented on January 1, 2024. After …
As we gather with our loved ones during this festive holiday season, we wanted to extend our warmest wishes to the incredible community we have the honor of serving During this time of reflection and celebration, let us be grateful for the unity that …
Carolers from the Saipan Man Amko’ Center recently visited the Office of the Governor, where they sang Christmas carols to spread joy and holiday spirit. Audience members included Governor Arnold I. Palacios, DLNR Secretary Sylvan Igisomar, OMB Special …
The Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor recently welcomed a group of young, bright students of William S. Reyes Elementary School’s 5th-grade class, who were on a field trip to spread the joy of the holiday season by singing Christmas carols for the …
Governor Palacios and Lt. Governor Apatang, along with the CNMI Department of Public Safety, proclaimed December 2023 as “CNMI DRUNK, DRUGGED, DROWSY and DISTRACTED (4D) DRIVING PREVENTION MONTH” in order to promote DPS’s CNMI 4D Driving Prevention …
CNMI Governor Arnold Palacios and Lt. Governor David Apatang today met with Department of Interior Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor and Abdiel Rozu, Special Assistant to the Assistant Sec., about a number of issues …
Members of the community gathered in front of the Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor at the Juan Atalig Sablan Memorial Building in Capitol Hill for the Lady Wella Palacios Foundation’s “Christmas in the Marianas Tree-Lighting Festivity on Tuesday …
Recently, Governor Palacios and Lt. Governor Apatang joined the Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation in cutting the ribbon for their new outpatient drive-up pharmacy. This new addition to the hospital significantly improves patient access to medication. …
As part of its commitment to bolster the CNMI’s local healthcare workforce, Northern Marianas College cut the ribbon for its new Health Simulation Center earlier this week. The center will be an addition to the campus and an integral part of the nursing …
Over the weekend, the CNMI Office of Veterans Affairs (OVA) hosted a Veterans Day ceremony at the American Memorial Park, to honor and show gratitude to those who have served, those who died and those who continue to bear the scars of their service. The …
Earlier this week, Governor Arnold I. Palacios and Lt. Governor David M. Apatang proclaimed November 2023 as CNMI Veterans and Military Families Month, and the week of November 7-11, 2023, as CNMI Veteran’s Week. To emphasize the importance of the …
Marking their return to Saipan since their last visit several years ago, the Katori Shrine Group (members of the Katori Shrine in Chiba, Japan) recently hosted the Saipan Katori Shrine Ceremony at the Sugar King Park in Garapan. The post <Strong> …
Last Friday, the 17th Saipan and Northern Islands Municipal Council hosted an In Memoriam ceremony in remembrance of the thousands of civilian Chamorro and Carolinian lives lost during the Battle of Saipan in 1944. With Governor Arnold I. Palacios, Lt. …
